Wildlife reserves · Scottish Islands
Birsay moors RSPB Reserve
Birsay moors RSPB Reserve — RSPB nature reserve in Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 2 h–4 h
- Best time of year
- Autumn & winter (migration & wildfowl)
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Birsay moors RSPB Reserve is a wildlife reserve in the United Kingdom. It covers approximately 800 km². Managed by Royal Society for the Protection of Birds. Wikidata describes it as: "RSPB nature reserve in Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK". Coordinates: 59.0982°, -3.1529°.
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Place summary
Birsay Moors RSPB Reserve is a wildlife reserve located in the Scottish Islands, postcode KW17. Operated by the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds, it provides a habitat for various bird species and contributes to conservation efforts in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 59.0982, -3.1529
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2PL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
- Official site
- www.rspb.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q42304008 (CC0)
- commons: Track from Skelday Hill - geograph.org.uk - 1301739.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Birsay moors RSPB Reserve?
- Birsay moors RSPB Reserve is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2PL).
- Who runs Birsay moors RSPB Reserve?
- Birsay moors RSPB Reserve is operated by Royal Society for the Protection of Birds.
- Is Birsay moors RSPB Reserve free to visit?
- Yes, Birsay moors RSPB Reserve is free to enter.
- How do I get to Birsay moors RSPB Reserve?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2PL. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.
- Are dogs allowed at Birsay moors RSPB Reserve?
- Most wildlife reserves allow dogs on lead only, with restrictions during ground-nesting bird season (March-July). Check signage at the reserve.